Early Childhood Center Cook

Join our Bright Horizons family as a Cook, where your cooking talents and kitchen management skills will make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and staff!

Direct and oversee the operations of the kitchen including menu development, meal preparation, and inventory ordering. You’ll do rewarding work then receive big smiles and enthusiastic goodbye waves from little ones at the end of each day.?

This is a FULL time position. Hours are Monday- Friday 7:00am-4:00PM.

This center is now offering a temporary $1000 Hiring Incentive !

Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals for children and staff

• Keep an accurate inventory of supplies and place orders as needed

• Manage all aspects of prepping and preparing meals, as well as cleaning and complying with sanitation requirements

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Qualifications:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:??

• 18 years of age with a high school degree or GED required?

• Relevant experience working in a licensed child care center, public school, or commercial kitchen required?

  
  

Fulfill your purpose to make a difference for children and families. Explore the possibilities of where your passion and a Bright Horizons career can take you – all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today and explore the possibilities!

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $15.50-$19.00. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

This position is also eligible for a hiring incentive.

Benefits:

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Life insurance

• Long-term and short-term disability insurance

• Career development opportunities and free college degrees

  
  

Compensation: 15.50-19.00

Life at Bright Horizons:

At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO IS THE LAW.
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